An increase in the global demand for gas has sent prices soaring worldwide. The energy crisis has seen energy costs increase by 250% since January in the UK.
The good news is that there are several effective ways to lower your gas bill this winter.
Prevent Heat From Escaping
A large percentage of the heat generated in the average household is lost through unsealed doors and windows. Check for draughts and use weather stripping to seal around exterior doors and windows.
Insulating the attic and walls will also lower the amount of heat you lose. By retaining more heat in the house, you don’t need to leave your heating on for as long.
Turn Your Thermostat Down
Turning your thermostats down can save you as much as 10% on your gas bill according to energy.Gov. Investing in a programmable smart thermostat could save you even more.
Smart thermostats manage the heating and cooling in your home. They are able to detect when a room is not in use, and lower the temperature for that room, and recognise when the heating is above or below a comfortable level. As a result, you can heat your home efficiently without any inconvenience.
Wrap Up Warm
Wearing more clothes and snuggling up with a blanket whilst your watch TV means you can turn the heating off, or at the very least, lower it for longer. It’s arguably not the best solution for staying warm when you need to get out from under your blanket, but you will definitely use less gas.
Upgrade Old Appliances
Ageing appliances are not energy efficient; particularly washing machines and dishwashers. If you rely on a gas boiler to heat the water for washing, old appliances are not kind to your bank balance.
In recent years, a spate of energy-efficient appliances has flooded the market. A+++ boilers represent the best value for money for long-term gains on your gas bill.
Whilst installing a new energy efficient boiler involves an initial outlay, Boiler Prices recommend comparing new boiler prices to find the best deal. With a growing number of providers, using the online resource puts you in touch with multiple gas safe suppliers who are prepared to offer the most competitive prices.
Use Space Heaters For Small Spaces
Space heaters use electricity which, as things stand, is less expensive than gas. They’re also energy efficient for heating small spaces such as bathrooms and bedrooms.
Space heaters also encourage you to heat rooms selectively rather than the entire house where some rooms are not being used. For singles and couples, space heaters are a good solution, but may not be energy efficient for the entire family.
Take Fewer Baths
Whilst bubble baths are perfect for unwinding after a long day at work, taking a bath every day ratchets up the cost of your gas bill. The more warm water you use, the more gas you use. Taking more shorter showers and fewer long baths will help you save around £20 a year.
